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Proton X90 vs Chery Tiggo 7 Pro: Which one is more cost-effective?

2026-08-17 11:00:00
CountrySideLeisureDrive
1.4k Fans   138 Following   3 Posts

In Malaysia's SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR selling price of Proton X90 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, with a total of 4 versions, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800), etc.

The OTR selling price of Chery Tiggo 7 Pro in Malaysia is RM 123,750 - 123,750, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.6L Turbo Standard (RM 125,000), 1.6L Turbo Premium (RM 140,000), etc.

From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 16,950 cheaper than Chery Tiggo 7 Pro. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand dollars cheaper, there might be trade-offs in equipment, it depends on your needs.

Proton X90 Exterior Photo 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

Proton X90's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety system includes ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro's safety rating is TBD, active safety system includes Basic.

Regarding safety features, both cars have received good ratings. However, Proton X90's ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA) and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro's Basic have some differences in functions. If you value active safety more, you can compare the function lists of both in detail.

Proton X90 Exterior Photo 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Features and Technology

Proton X90 adopts FWD drive mode.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro adopts FWD drive mode.

The drive mode of both cars is the same, both are FWD, there won't be a big difference in daily driving experience.

Proton X90 Exterior Photo 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Chery Tiggo 7 Pro warranty 3 years/100,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Who is it suitable for?

Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro are both mainstream choices in the Malaysian market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.

Summary

Overall, Proton X90 and Chery Tiggo 7 Pro are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose, the key depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing research, compare quotes from several dealers, then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending time doing research will certainly not be wrong.

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